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7 Things a Parent Should Know Before Their Child Starts Therapy

ADHD, Anxiety, AuDHD, Autism, Blog, Child Mental Health, Depression, From the Blog, Mental Health Awareness, motherhood, parenting,, stress, TherapyOctober 15, 2025859Views 0Likes 14Comments

When your young one begins therapy, it can be a nerve-racking experience. It can be stressful not knowing how they’ll react, what they’ll discuss or what your part may be. To make the process smoother, we’ve compiled a list of tips to read before your child’s first session.

World Mental Health Day – Accessibility During Catastrophes

Anxiety, Blog, Depression, From the Blog, Mental Health Awareness, stress, Therapy, Trauma, TriggersOctober 10, 2025496Views 1Like 1Comment

This year’s theme for World Mental Health Day is increasing accessible mental health resources for those affected by catastrophes and disasters. Read on for some facts about mental health in these circumstances.

Let It Fall: Releasing What No Longer Serves You

Anxiety, Blog, Depression, Exercise, Focus, From the Blog, Guided Meditation, Mental Health Awareness, stress, Therapy, Trauma, TriggersOctober 7, 2025479Views 0Likes 3Comments

As October paints the world in shades of amber, rust, and gold, we’re reminded that even nature knows how to let go. Trees don’t cling to their leaves, even though they’ve spent all year growing them. Instead, they release them freely, trusting that new life will come again in time.

Why You’re Not Getting Better in Therapy (And What to Do)

ADHD, Anxiety, Blog, Depression, EMDR, From the Blog, Mental Health Awareness, stress, Therapy, TraumaSeptember 24, 2025501Views 1Like 6Comments

You took the step towards better mental health by attending therapy. You’ve been going for a while now, yet haven’t noticed the effects. Before giving up, consider these factors.

Our 3-Step Process to Find the Right Therapist

ADHD, Anxiety, Blog, Depression, From the Blog, Mental Health Awareness, stress, TherapySeptember 17, 2025396Views 0Likes 3Comments

Locating a therapist who aligns with your style is a vital step towards better mental health, but the process can be a bit overwhelming. Follow these three steps to find the right therapist for you.

World Suicide Prevention Day 2025: An Interview to Change the Narrative

Anxiety, Blog, From the Blog, Mental Health Awareness, stressSeptember 10, 2025477Views 0Likes 3Comments

This year’s theme for World Suicide Prevention Day is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide.” This means actively working to reduce stigma, encourage the tough conversations, and challenge myths surrounding suicide.

10 Signs You’re More Stressed Than You Think

Anxiety, Blog, From the Blog, Mental Health Awareness, stressSeptember 3, 2025487Views 1Like 4Comments

Stress is a part of our everyday lives. While a small amount is normal, repeated adverse events or constant pressures can result in chronic stress. When constantly on the go, it’s easy to overlook these 10 signs of strain you may be exhibiting:

The Brain-Body Connection: Exercising for Your Mental Health

Anxiety, Blog, Depression, Exercise, From the Blog, Mental Health Awareness, stressAugust 27, 2025515Views 1Like 2Comments

Integrating regular exercise into your routine can help improve your mental health. For some, as little as ten minutes of activity can release endorphins, chemicals that boost mood.

Why is Getting Sunlight Important for Mental Health?

Anxiety, Blog, Depression, From the Blog, Happiness, Mental Health Awareness, Seasonal Affective Disorder, stressAugust 6, 2025445Views 1Like 2Comments

Those struggling with mental health are often told they “just need to go outside more” or should “get some sun.” While it’s invalidating to assume that sunlight will magically resolve mental health issues, is there any merit to these claims?

What is Health Anxiety?

Anxiety, Blog, From the Blog, Health Anxiety, Mental Health Awareness, stressJuly 30, 2025342Views 0Likes 3Comments

Health anxiety, also referred to as “Illness Anxiety Disorder”(IAD) in the DSM-5, is characterized by excessive worry about having or getting a serious illness. Oftentimes, these beliefs are based on very little or no physical symptoms. However, IAD can cause hyperawareness of the body, making subtle symptoms feel much more persistent.

Why do Some People with Autism Struggle with Heat Intolerance?

AuDHD, Autism, Blog, Child Mental Health, From the Blog, Mental Health Awareness, motherhood, stress, TraumaJuly 10, 20251KViews 0Likes 9Comments

With temperatures rising, it’s important to remember that individuals with autism may have a lower heat tolerance compared to neurotypicals. This can be attributed to differences in the sensory processing region of their brain but other factors like interoception as well as communication are also important to consider.

July is BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month

Blog, Child Mental Health, From the Blog, Mental Health Awareness, stress, TraumaJuly 2, 2025858Views 0Likes 4Comments

Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) face unique challenges and barriers when it comes to mental health diagnoses, treatment, and stigma. July, BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month, is used to bring attention to these issues. This post will discuss some of these barriers and other important facts surrounding this topic.